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Learn about incorporated societies
What is an incorporated society?
An incorporated society is a group or organisation that has been registered under the Incorporated Societies Act 1908 and, when incorporated, is authorised by law to run its affairs as though it were an individual person.
What can an incorporated society do?
There are some restrictions on what an incorporated society can do.
What are the advantages of becoming an incorporated society?
There are several advantages of becoming an incorporated society.
What if a society is not incorporated?
A society does not have to be incorporated for its members to operate. Before you decide whether to incorporate or not, you should consider the following issues.
What are the differences between incorporated societies and charitable trusts?
This table provides a quick comparison of some of the key differences between incorporated societies and charitable trusts.
